Kennedy Valve - Chipper/Grinder

Kennedy Valve•Elmira, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Kennedy Valve is hiring a Chipper/Grinder for its gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly operation in Elmira, New York. The role involves making molds using sand and patterns, handling a grinder unit, and accurately maneuvering products. Employees must follow safe operating practices and wear required safety gear. The position is physical and involves repetitive lifting of smaller products weighing up to 50 pounds, assisted lifting of heavier products, prolonged standing, walking within the work cell, bending, twisting, and raising arms overhead. Plant conditions may range from cold to very hot, with exposure to noise and dust. Applicants must be available for first- or second-shift work. Kennedy Valve describes its culture through values including safety, environmental responsibility, leadership, accountability, excellence, trust, teamwork, and communication. The company offers wages starting at $30.41 per hour and benefits and differentials described in the posting. Kennedy Valve is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug-free workplace, reserving the right to conduct substance-abuse testing.

Requirements

Ability to read and write and conduct basic arithmetic.
Ability to perform the physical requirements, including prolonged standing, repetitive motion, and work involving bending, twisting, lifting, and maneuvering products.
Ability to tolerate safe levels of noise, heat, dust, and cold.
Availability to work first or second shift.
Use required safety gear, including safety boots, ear plugs, and safety glasses, along with other gear as determined.

Nice To Haves

GED or diploma, or equivalent experience.
Experience in heavy manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Make molds using sand and patterns.
Handle the grinder unit and accurately maneuver products.
Perform the essential requirements of the job.
Operate safely and use all required safety gear.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by a supervisor.

Benefits

Starting wages of $30.41 per hour and up, based on position.
Second-shift hourly differential of $0.80.
Longevity pay of $0.10 per hour for every two years worked, capped at $1.20 per hour.
Trainer pay of $1.00 per hour for assigned training.
80 hours of paid sick leave, prorated based on start date; unused sick leave may be sold back at year-end.
Twelve paid holidays.
Paid vacation.
Healthcare starting at $343 per month.
Company-paid life insurance.
Company-paid sickness and accident insurance.
Company-funded 401(k) contribution of $1.00 per hour for hours worked.
Additional company match of 50% on a 4% employee contribution.
Overtime pay after eight hours in a day.